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American Bakers Association Launches Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals Group
4/23/2026, 8:20:20 PM
Formation of the New Group
The American Bakers Association (ABA) has established the Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals Group, merging its former Commodity and Agricultural Policy Professionals Group with the Logistics Professionals Group. This initiative aims to create a unified forum that addresses the multifaceted challenges within the baking industry's supply chain. The group will focus on enhancing operational efficiency, improving coordination, and ensuring continuity in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Objectives and Priorities
The newly formed group will concentrate on several key priorities, including commodity transportation, market volatility, supply chain alignment, sustainability, and technological innovation. By bringing together leaders from commodities, procurement, and logistics, the group aims to foster a coordinated approach to supply chain management. Ahmet Hepdogan, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain & Procurement at Dawn Food Products, Inc., and co-chair of the group, emphasized that this collaboration strengthens the industry's ability to tackle supply chain challenges effectively.
Advocacy and Policy Influence
The Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals Group will play a pivotal role in shaping ABA’s advocacy efforts with policymakers, including Congress and federal agencies. Rasma Zvaners, Vice President of Government Relations at ABA, stated that a robust and resilient supply chain is crucial for feeding America. The group is designed to ensure that ABA members have a unified voice in influencing policies that support long-term success in the baking industry.
Industry Impact
The formation of this group is seen as a strategic advancement for the baking industry, which consists of over 350 member companies and more than 1,200 commercial baking facilities. By enhancing collaboration across the supply chain, the ABA aims to ensure the consistent and safe delivery of high-quality baked goods to consumers. Hakim R. Savoy, Chief Supply Chain Officer of C.H. Guenther and co-chair of the group, noted that the interconnected nature of the supply chain necessitates a collective approach to anticipate challenges and develop practical solutions.
Conclusion
The Global Supply Chain & Logistics Professionals Group is open to all employees of ABA member companies and will convene throughout the year, both in person and virtually. This initiative reflects ABA's commitment to addressing the complexities of the baking industry's supply chain and ensuring its resilience in the face of ongoing challenges.
For more information, visit [American Bakers Association](https://americanbakers.org/membership/professionals-groups/global-supply-chain-and-logistics).
